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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 04, 2002
Page
12
Patty says her mobile home and nearby trailers were flooded with mud and water after the flood. Her grandson will stay with her as Vivian lost her trailer and electricity has been off since Thursday afternoon. A nearby house above them was washed away, with uncertain tenants.
Rescue teams searched the steep valleys in West Virginia, Kentucky, and Virginia after thick rains caused floods that killed at least four people and left 14 missing. Gov. Wise and others toured the damage as tens of thousands lost power and towns faced widespread destruction. The Northfork Middle School prom in Welch was canceled due to the floods and will be rescheduled.
Reeling from a near disaster, residents describe eight inches of water in homes and mudslides near Peel Chestnut Mountain. Anawalt, shaken by last summer's floods, faced renewed uncertainty as water services disrupted and residents seek direction from faith and community action. Fred Rash noted damage at the town’s water line while reporting from the community center.
Misery grips Elkhorn Creek communities after Thursday's flood. Residents report water surging over Elkhorn Creek, lifting structures and washing away parts of Northfork and Kimball. Parishioners rescue church interior as power outages linger and emergency crews search for shut-ins. Local business owner laments repeated flooding and urges creek cleanup.
Reports say up to six people may be missing as McDowell County endures widespread flooding. Roads are flooded, communications down, and rescue work continues near Landgraff and Worth. National Guard units arrive as officials seek federal aid and assess casualties and damage.
Health official Sales outlines steps to disinfect wells and cisterns with bleach, drain and scrub contaminated spring boxes, and discard unlaunderable items and spoiled foods. He warns of mold risk after floods and advises dehumidifiers, moisture control, insulation replacement, and safety hygiene like hand washing and protective gear.
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